MDA Job Bank & Business Opportunities

July 9, 2010

Maine Dietetic Association Job Bank

Sponsored by the Maine members of the American Dietetic Association

Attached is a listing of jobs that may be available. This information is as up-to-date as possible. Be aware that some positions may already be filled. If you are aware of newly available positions, or positions included in this listing that have been filled, please contact Marcia Kyle, RD, CDE at (207) 236-6838 or bkyle@roadrunner.com

There is a $50 fee to post a position for 30 days.

Dietitian positions

HomeHealth Visiting Nurses in Saco is seeking a per diem registered dietitian to provide individual and group assessments and instructions with other caregivers. The registered dietitian is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating current diabetes and nutrition activities, including the Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) program. The RD also serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary home care team, completes nutrition assessments and education in the home, interprets lab results and sets attainable goals with patients.

Candidate must be a graduate of a Masters Program with special preparation in Nutrition, and a minimum of one year of professional work experience in Nutrition or Dietetics. A Bachelors Degree in Nutrition with successful completion of one-year internship is acceptable in lieu of a Masters Degree.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Performs home visits to assess the nutritional needs of patients as assigned and prescribes medical nutrition therapy (MNT) as needed.

· Ensures intervention plan content is based on best available evidence (i.e. nationally developed guidelines, published research and evidence based libraries/databases)

· Considers selection and initiation of pharmacotherapy, including instruction on medication; may include calculation of insulin-to-carbohydrate ratios; calculating and explaining the insulin sensitivity factor.

· Considers laboratory data, food/drug interactions and disease process when providing MNT.

· Maintains familiarity with major diabetes care and education publications.

· Evaluates effects of the medical nutritional plan through periodic evaluation.

· Directs and participates in teaching of the DSME program.

· Coordinates implementation of the diabetes curriculum following guidelines established by the American Diabetes Association.

· Provides consultation and teaching to patients, families and staff regarding special dietary regimens and nutritional requirements.

· Follows Standards of Practice Established by American Diabetic Association and American Diabetes Association for RD and CDE.

Interested candidates can send resume and cover letter via:

Email: employment@homehealth.org

Fax: 207-284-6391

Mail: HomeHealth Visiting Nurses

15 Industrial Park Rd

Saco, ME 04072

Attn: Human Resources

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North Country Associates is seeking dietitians for facilities in Coopers Mills and Houlton. For information about the position at Country Manor in Coopers Mills, contact the Administrator, Paul Tousignant, at 207-549-7471 or email ptousignant@northcountryassociates.com

The contact for Gardiner Healthcare in Houlton is Administrator Ken Taylor. His number is 207-532-3323. Or email at ktaylor@northcountryassociates.com

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York Hospital is looking for an experienced Registered Dietitian. This is a part time 24hr/wk position.

Qualified candidates must have 2 or more years of Registered Dietitian experience, have a State of Maine RD License and excellent customer service skills.

Please fill out an online at application at www.yorkhospital.com or e-mail a copy of your resume to hr@yorkhospital.com.

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PROP, People’s Regional Opportunity Program, is seeking an energetic, creative professional to work as a Program Manager for the Communities Putting Prevention to Work program in the Lakes Region.

Positional Results include, but are not limited to:

Develop Leadership team, building capacity and expanding membership in the service area.
Work with Leadership Team and the Maine CDC to finalize, revise and implement the Community Action Plan (CAP).
Serve as liaison between media contractor and Healthy Lakes Healthy Lives.
Develop and/or approve educational and promotional materials to reach target populations, taking into account unique needs of subpopulations.
Serve as lead contact for Healthy Lakes Healthy Lives on programmatic issues related to the CAP and budget, ensuring all programmatic and financial reports are submitted in a timely manner.
Facilitate collaboration between Healthy Lakes Healthy Lives, the Windham Raymond School District, SAD #61 Lakes Region School District, the Maine CDC and the Power Up-Portland Program.
Plan, organize and facilitate processes that increase community awareness of the Communities Promoting Health Coalition - CPHC.
Build relationships and coordinate with others implementing obesity prevention, physical activity and nutrition programs in the service area.
Ensure close partnership between Healthy Maine Partnership (HMP) Action Teams and HMP-funded School Administrative Units/School Health Coordinators the in Lakes Region

Positional requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in Community Health with 3 years experience but preferably Graduate degree in Public Health or related health field;

· Extensive experience in coalition building, program management and supervision;

· Effective community organizer

· Experience working with community partnerships and volunteers

· Excellent communication skills

· Excellent computer skills

This is a full-time, 40 hour per week 24-month position and is funded by America’s Recovery and Reinvestment Act’s Communities Putting Prevention to Work (CPPW) grant.

The pay range is $24.03 - $26.44 per hour.

Review of applications will begin once the recruitment period ends.

PROP is an AA/ EEO employer, women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Send resume to jobs@propeople.org or PROP- HR Recruitment, 510 Cumberland Avenue Portland, ME 04101

Erica Long-Stewart, PHR

Recruitment Manager

PROP - People's Regional Opportunity Program

PH: 207-553-5803

FAX: 207-553-5888

www.wherepeoplecomefirst.org

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Maine Medical Partners in Portland has a position for an RD in its pediatric obesity treatment program (Countdown to a Healthy ME). The position is listed and applications sent by accessing the website: http://careers.mainemedicalpartners.org/employment/detail.php?employment_id=779

Registered Dietician

Hours: 32

Salary Type: Salary

Location: Pediatric Specialty Care

Category: Clinical

Job Description:

This position is responsible for nutritional care activities of pediatric patients at Pediatric Specialty Care which includes Countdown to a Healthy ME, a pediatric obesity treatment program. Conducts nutritional assessments and develops and implements dietary Care Plans for pediatric patients with obesity and associated co-morbid conditions. Serves as a resource to medical staff and develops patient education materials.

Job Requirements:

· Registered Dietitian

· Active license in the State of Maine

· Two to three years clinical experience, preferably in pediatric obesity or diabetes.

· Ability to conduct educational programs and develop appropriate patient materials.

· Communication and interpersonal skills necessary for motivating and educating patients, and interacting with physicians, supervisors and other staff.

· Strong communication skills and ability to effectively advocate for patients in program development activities.

· Ability to organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks.

· Flexibility to meet changing demands on a daily basis.

· Ability to maintain a professional manner under stressful situations.

· Analytical ability to gather and interpret information necessary to resolve problems in an accurate and timely manner. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Additional Information:

Full Benefits

Contact Information:

Maine Medical Partners

Human Resources

Fax: (207) 662-0721

mainemedicalpartners_HR@mmc.org

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3/24/10 Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH

At the direction of Assistant Director, Food & Nutrition Services, the dietitian will evaluate, assess and plan nutritional care for patients within the Dartmouth Hitchcock community. The ability to work in a team environment is essential. Specific areas of coverage include the ICU, ICN, pediatrics and nutrition support. Requirements include being NH Licensed and a Registered Dietitian. Experience preferred. This is a full time position.

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is located in the heart of the Upper Valley area, and not only enjoys beautiful surroundings, but the cultural diversity of a college/professional environment. The Medical Center includes a modern 400-bed tertiary care hospital, the Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth, research and clinical facilities for Dartmouth Medical School, the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, and The Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic, a region wide multi-specialty community practice group started in 1927. Outdoor sports, skiing, hiking, boating, cinema, museums and galleries are just some of the activities in the area, which still retains the charm of small town community.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.dhmc.org or send a cover letter and resume to:

Patricia A Burlew

Employment Specialist

603-653-0438

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center

Department of Human Resources-Employment

One Medical Center Drive

Lebanon, NH 03756

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1/12/10 Maine Medical Partners, Portland -- Clinical Coordinator, BBCH Metabolic Program

This position is responsible for planning and coordination of the BBCH Metabolism Program. Under broad supervision, directs and coordinates all nutrition care activities for the Metabolism Program, ensuring that standards of care are met for all individuals. Effectively manages the program and individual care needs.

Using advanced knowledge in the area of specialization, performs nutrition assessments, develops and implements Care Plans and/or acts as a resource to medical staff.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Serves as a member of the BBCH Metabolism Program Team to identify and discuss operational and developmental needs of the Program. Acts as a liaison between the Team and Pediatric Specialty Care staff and administration.

· Works with the Genetics Division Director and practice administrator regarding budgetary concerns and requirements for programs.

· Coordinates with BBCH Metabolism Program Team to develop and implement all nutrition policies and procedures for the provision of clinical care. Ensures that policies and procedures are reviewed and updated annually.

· Attends and actively participates in the bi-monthly multi-disciplinary metabolic clinics. Writes a Summary of Care for each child

· Writes a Summary Plan of Care for each child as determined by the clinic team

· Maintains continuity of follow-up and case management including availability by pager and phone

· Maintains metabolic records for practice patients including diagnosis, data collection and reporting.

· Performs nutrition assessments on all individuals under the supervision of the metabolic physician by evaluating risk factors, medical and dietary history, lab and personal data. This will include the development of individual nutrition plans with appropriate follow up.

· Confers with the medical team to recommend appropriate nutrition therapy and exchange patient information.

· Assesses educational needs of outpatients and their families considering level of understanding and selects appropriate instruction method.

· Counsels patients and/or families to assist them in understanding medical, nursing and dietary regimen, and to understand, accept and carry out procedures and activities necessary to achieve optimum health levels.

· Serves as a liaison to schools, and other homecare caregivers in the community to ensure the needs of the patients are met.

· Coordinates for the State of Maine the Low Protein Food Assistance Program.

· Keeps abreast of changes in the field through reading of journals and attendance at appropriate conferences and seminars.

· Works with the Genetics Division Director and practice administrator to proactively identify areas of enhancement and implement new systems as needed.

· Acts as a liaison and representative of the Metabolic Program with referring providers.

· Demonstrates the iCare values. Displays cooperative behavior and interacts positively and effectively with others to promote a team environment.

· Is proactive identifying reporting and participating in the resolution of any potential or actual patient safety issues.

· Performs other duties necessary to maintain the overall efficiency and continuity of the program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

· Registered Dietician Required. Must be licensed in the State of Maine

· Preferably 2-3 years of experience in pediatrics

· Ability to plan, evaluate and modify educational programs.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the educational programs, individual care needs and overall needs of the specialty.

· Good communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other staff.

· Ability to organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks.

· Flexibility to meet changing demands on a daily basis.

· Ability to maintain a professional manner even under stressful situations.

· Analytical ability to gather and interpret information necessary to resolve problems in an accurate and timely manner. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality.

WORKING CONDITIONS

· Steady paced office environment with adequate workspace.

· Requires standing and walking approximately 20% of the time.

· Requires use of a computer 20% of the time and a phone 30% of the time.

· Travel among various sites, schools, patient homes, etc.

Metabolic Clinic Coordinator at our Portland (Stroudwater Section) Pediatric Specialty Care medical office, available immediately.

Contact is: Abbie Graiver, MMP Human Resources 207-662-0734 or graiva@mmc.org

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Other Job Banks:

New Hampshire Dietetic Association, Linda Horace (603) 253-4503 or mailto:lindahorace@msn.com. Or check out the NHDA Job Bank at http://www.eatrightnh.org/

Massachusetts Dietetic Association Job Line: (508) 870-8798 or check out the Massachusetts Dietetics Association website at http://www.massnutrition.org/.

For information regarding license:

Contact State of Maine Board of Licensing of Dietetic Practice, 35 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333. Telephone (207)624-8623. Fax (207)624-8637. May take as little as 2 weeks.

1. Need current CDR card.

2. Fill out application & get professional reference letter.

3. Send copy of CDR card, application, letter & application fee ($25) to Board.

For more information on becoming a registered dietitian or technician:

Visit the Commission on Dietetic Registration's Web site, www.cdrnet.org .